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Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these delightful Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins. Bursting with pumpkin spice goodness and a rich cream cheese swirl, these muffins are light, fluffy, and irresistibly moist. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, they offer a delicious twist on traditional pumpkin treats. Whether you’re cozying up at home or hosting friends, these muffins are sure to impress and satisfy your cravings. Easy to make and versatile enough for any occasion, they’re a must-try this season!

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup oil (canola/vegetable)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 ¼ cups pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 large egg (for filling)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line muffin pans with paper liners.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, sugar, and vanilla extract until combined. Mix in pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined.
  4. For the cream cheese filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; mix in egg and vanilla until fully blended.
  5. Fill muffin cups with batter about two-thirds full. Top with cream cheese filling and gently swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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